Easy Baked Pasta with Ground Beef

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Level: Easy

Serves: 6

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Description

This family favorite recipe is a delicious and complete 25-minute meal, perfect for your busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Barilla Pronto Penne
  • 3 cups Water
  • 1 head (small) Broccoli, Separated Into Florets
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 1 pound Grass Fed Ground Beef
  • Salt And Pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup Shredded Italian Blend Cheese, Divided
  • 1 jar (24 Oz. Size) Pasta Sauce
  • Cilantro For Garnish

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350ºF.

In a large oven safe skillet, add pasta and water. Make sure there is enough water in the pan to cover the pasta. Cook for about 7 minutes then add broccoli florets. Cook for an additional 3 minutes or until most of the water is absorbed.

Meanwhile in a separate pan, heat oil and brown the meat. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Add ground beef to the pasta dish and mix. Add about ½ cup of shredded cheese. Pour sauce over the beef and pasta and top with remaining shredded cheese.

Cover and bake for about 8 minutes, until cheese has melted. The sauce should be bubbling heated through. Remove from oven, garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.

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